{
  "id": 9795335,
  "title": "Returning Panthers WR could make season debut in Week 3 vs. Browns",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/25/returning-panthers-wr-could-make-season-debut-in-week-3-vs-browns",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-09-25T17:15:27.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Yahoo Sports",
    "slug": "yahoo-sports",
    "url": "https://sports.yahoo.com/articles/returning-panthers-wr-could-season-171527106.html"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "On Tuesday, wide receiver Ihmir Smith-Marsette re-joined the Carolina Panthers as a member of their practice squad. On Sunday, it is possible that he will take the field, contingent upon the condition of former first-round selection Xavier Legette, who is currently listed as questionable due to knee discomfort following their recent victory over the Atlanta Falcons. Head coach Dave Canales revealed that Legette's availability might be decided right before the match kicks off and could result in the Panthers promoting one of two receivers from the practice squad. Canales expressed on Friday, \"We would definitely need...I wouldn't want to go into a game with four [wide receivers]. So, we definitely need David [Moore] or Ihmir to come up.\" Smith-Marsette had an impressive 2023 season, appearing in 17 games, recording eight receptions for 51 yards, and a league-leading 37 punt returns for 322 yards and a touchdown. David Moore, a seasoned player with three years under his belt, may be the more probable choice. He also possesses the ability to assist on special teams. Additionally, leading pass catcher Jalen Coker is listed as questionable for Sunday's game. However, Canales appeared more optimistic about Coker's prognosis for the contest.",
  "summary": "If Xavier Legette cannot play in Week 3, the Panthers will likely elevate one of two WRs from their practice squad.",
  "key_points": [],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 3,
    "also_reported_by": [
      {
        "outlet": "Yahoo Sports",
        "title": "Panthers WRs Jalen Coker and Xavier Legette return to practice, LB Devin Lloyd out against Browns",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/25/panthers-wrs-jalen-coker-and-xavier-legette-return-to-practice-lb",
        "published": "2026-09-25T17:16:32.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "Winnipeg Free Press",
        "title": "Panthers WRs Jalen Coker and Xavier Legette return to practice, LB Devin Lloyd out against Browns",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/25/panthers-wrs-jalen-coker-and-xavier-legette-return-to-practice-lb-9796153",
        "published": "2026-09-25T17:17:19.000Z"
      }
    ]
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}